With his extensive experience handling investigations into fraud and FCPA violations, Kyle Clark heads the white-collar defense and corporate investigations team at Baker Botts L.L.P. Bridget Moore is skilled at navigating internal investigations relating to fraud, insider trading, and federal securities laws. Nardia Clarke has significant capabilities defending corporations as well as advising senior executives who are facing governmental investigations. Steven Solow focuses on business crimes and compliance programs. Another prominent member of the team is Michael Loesch, who routinely represents clients before the regulatory authorities such as the SEC, DOJ, and CFTC. The team acts for a diverse range of clients, including companies, audit committees, boards of directors, and senior management for large corporations across a variety of industries. All lawyers mentioned are based in Washington DC.

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‘They have a diverse and very talented team. They have been very methodical in their approach and have also been very accessible. We are very happy with the team to date.’
‘They have a very strong team.’
‘Kyle Clark is an outstanding lawyer who actually cares about his individual clients, not just his corporate ones.’
‘BakerBotts is a very good firm. The white-collar lead, Kyle Clark, is a terrific lawyer. He's smart, hardworking, and someone who has been able to help build and sustain the firm's practice.’
‘Steve Solow is who you want sitting next to you at the negotiating table on high profile matters that present material risk. He is thoughtful, patient, and meticulous. He is a true collaborator. It is a pleasure working with him.’
‘The white-collar team is very experienced and easy to work with.’
‘Andrew Lankler is a very well-regarded leader in the white-collar space. He's a great advocate and wise counsel.’

Key clients

E. I. Du Pont De Nemours & Co.
McDermott International, Inc.

Work highlights

Defending a labor union that is active in both US and Canada against a racketeering indictment.
Represented McDermott International, Inc. and several of its employees in connection with parallel DOJ & SEC investigations concerning its public disclosures related to the Cameron Project.
Representing the majority investor in EIA who is assisting the SEC in halting a multi-year scheme that included misappropriation and misuse of investors’ funds.